Knight Armor

Gear up for your next battle with our premium knight armor suits, which are ideal for reenactments, plays, and costume parties. Medieval Collectibles offers a wide range of plate armor styles, including knight’s armor, to fit various budgets. Each armor suit is meticulously crafted from high-quality steel, ensuring historical accuracy and durability. Many of our suits come with straps for authenticity and easy wear.

Our collection includes an impressive variety of functional armor, such as plate armor, gothic armor, and battle armor. Each suit has a display stand and can transform into stunning home displays when not in use.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What was a knight’s complete suit of armor?

In the Middle Ages, knights wore chain mail and solid plate armor for good protection during battle. In addition to the image of knights in shining armor, foot soldiers wore armor for additional protection. Chain mail, made from interlinked iron rings, covered the whole body while allowing mobility. It typically included a hooded coat called a hauberk, trousers, gloves, and shoes.

Plate armor, designed for full-body protection, consisted of various plates and was often worn over chain mail. Leather straps and movable rivets allowed the armor to be highly mobile. Full plate armour usually included a great helm for strong blows and increased head protection in combat.

What are your armors made of?

Our armor is crafted from high-quality steel, focusing on authenticity. Many pieces are designed to replicate medieval suits historically worn in the Hundred Years’ War and other battles of the early medieval period. Each suit comprises plates and lames that conform to the wearer’s body. The armor is fully articulated, perfect for display, reenactments, or cosplays.

You can expect armors that are not only functional but also incredibly accurate. Each piece of armor has movable parts connected by leather strapping. We provide suits and shields for knights, armor for soldiers, and other gear to protect any kind of wearer.

How much does a medieval knight’s armor weigh?

The average weight of a full medieval armor ranges from 45 to 55 pounds (20 to 25 kilograms) while the helmet weighs between 4 to 8 pounds (2 to 4 kilograms), according to this article by the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

At Medieval Collectibles, our full suits of plate armor, including the breastplate, gauntlets, and helmets, weigh between 70 to 118 pounds. Each armor suit comes with a wooden base and stand, making it suitable for both display and wear during battle reenactments. We also offer other gear such as lamellar armour, helmets, and shields for other roles such as men-at-arms, pikemen, and other soldiers.